Network Architect (Illumio) - Bangalore

Golden Opportunities; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden Opportunities in Bengaluru seeks a Consulting Network Security Architect with deep expertise in firewall functionalities, rule sets, log data analysis, and optimization. The role focuses on integrating client firewall infrastructure with Illumio Zero Trust micro-segmentation, with strong preference for Palo Alto technologies and experience in AWS/Azure cloud security models.

The candidate will guide firewall architectures, drive data-driven security decisions using SQL, and serve as the

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as Network Security Architect/Engineer focused on micro-segmentation.
• Expertise in firewall functionalities, rule sets, log data analysis, and optimization.
• Experience integrating firewalls with zero trust/micro-segmentation solutions.
• Familiarity with Illumio is desired but not mandatory.
• Proficiency in SQL for data interaction.
• Experience with AWS/Azure cloud security models.
• Knowledge of Terraform and GitHub.
• Strong data mining and analytics capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Implement Illumio Zero Trust micro-segmentation with existing firewall tech.
• Shape network security posture beyond firewalls.
• Interface between firewalls and zero-trust solutions.
• Use SQL to derive security insights.
• Guide firewall architectures, rules, and log interpretation.
• Advance knowledge of network security models.

Tools

Terraform

GitHub

Illumio

Palo Alto

Cisco

SQL

AWS

Azure

Data mining

Analytics

Job description

Seeking a Consulting Network Security Architect with world class depth of expertise in firewall functionalities, rule sets, log data analysis, and optimization. This pivotal role involves integrating our client's firewall infrastructure with the newly acquired Illumio Zero Trust Micro-segmentation solution. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in Palo Alto Firewall technologies (strongly preferred) or Cisco technologies, coupled with deep experience and understanding of firewall rule set structures and functions, along with the data they produce.

Key Responsibilities

• Key contributor to the implementation of Illumio Zero Trust Micro-segmentation solutions and integration with existing firewall technologies, leveraging a comprehensive understanding of firewall functionalities and limitations.
• Drive “big picture thinking” regarding the network security posture of the organization, not fixated on the idea that firewalls alone provide sufficient protection against malicious or irregular activities.
• Serve as the primary interface between firewalls and zero trust micro-segmentation solutions, ensuring seamless integration and enhanced security posture.
• Utilize SQL skills to interact with and derive insights from related datasets, driving data-driven security decisions.
• Provide expert guidance on the intricacies of firewall architectures, rulesets, and log data interpretation to the integration project team.
• Push the boundaries of knowledge in pursuit of a deeper understanding of network security models and their practical implications.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Network Security Architect/Engineer, with a specialized focus host based micro segmentation solutions.
• Demonstrated expertise in firewall functionalities, rule sets, log data analysis, and optimization.
• Proven track record of successful integration projects involving firewall infrastructure and security solutions.In-depth understanding of the interface between firewalls and zero trust / micro-segmentation solutions.
• Familiarity with Illumio solutions is desired but not mandatory.
• Proficiency in SQL for data interaction and analysis.
• Thorough knowledge of large public cloud providers, particularly AWS and Azure, and their network security models.
• Strong aptitude for data mining and analytics techniques.
• Familiarity with infrastructure provisioning tools such as Terraform.
• Understanding of version control systems like GitHub.